39 m. ago Light Up Ibadan Crusade: Massive turnout as Adeboye leads RCCG outreach

Tribune Online Light Up Ibadan Crusade: Massive turnout as Adeboye leads RCCG outreach The city of Ibadan, Oyo State capital, witnessed a spiritual awakening as thousands gathered at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, popularly known as Liberty Stadium, on Friday, for the much-anticipated Light Up Ibadan crusade.  The crusade, which is an extension of the Reach for Christ initiative by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), aims at […] Light Up Ibadan Crusade: Massive turnout as Adeboye leads RCCG outreach Tribune Online

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95 m. ago Nnamdi Kanu: Abaribe distances self from viral threat to shut down N’Assembly

Former Senate Minority Leader and the lawmaker representing Abia South District, Senator Eyinnaya Abaribe on Friday denied the viral statement credited to him that he would disrupt plenary and shut down the National Assembly if President Bola Tinubu fails to call for the immediate release of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Read More

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5 h. ago IPU cannot consider Natasha’s petition – Senator Jimoh Ibrahim

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The chairman of the Senate Interparliamentary Committee, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has stated that the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) cannot consider the petition allegedly submitted by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan because it only accepts petitions from member states, not individuals. He clarified that this means Nigeria, not any individual senator, is the recognised […] The post IPU cannot consider Natasha’s petition – Senator Jimoh Ibrahim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2027: APC Chieftain rallies support for Tinubu following upgrade of Fed. Medical Centre

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) and the 2023 senatorial candidate for Southern Kaduna, Michael Auta has applauded President Bola Tinubu for approving the conversion of Yakowa General hospital, Kafanchan to a Federal Medical Centre (FMC). The General hospital was named after the late governor of Kaduna State, Sir […] The post 2027: APC Chieftain rallies support for Tinubu following upgrade of Fed. Medical Centre appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Poor primary healthcare investment hurting Nigeria’s health system — Bayelsa dep gov

The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has stated that inadequate investment in primary healthcare is a major factor responsible for inefficiencies and stunted growth in Nigeria’s healthcare system. Ewhrudjakpo made this remark on Thursday during a meeting with key health sector stakeholders, including the state commissioner for health, local government chairmen, and Read More

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6 h. ago “Provide Evidence To Court That Akpabio Sexually Harassed You” – Deji Adeyanju Tells Senator Natasha

Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has challenged Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to provide concrete evidence of her sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Adeyanju emphasises that without verifiable proof, Akpoti-Uduaghan’s claims will remain mere accusations. Akpoti-Uduaghan had accused Akpabio of making inappropriate advances during a visit to his residence in December 2023, leading to […] The post “Provide Evidence To Court That Akpabio Sexually Harassed You” – Deji Adeyanju Tells Senator Natasha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Senator Plang distributes water pumping machines to constituents

Tribune Online Senator Plang distributes water pumping machines to constituents The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Labour, Employment, and Productivity, Senator Diket Plang, has distributed water pumping machines and other farming implements to promote dry season farming in his senatorial district. Speaking with newsmen at the venue of the distribution, the senator representing the Plateau Central senatorial district of Plateau State said the gesture […] Senator Plang distributes water pumping machines to constituents Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Suspected Cult Member Kills Grocery Seller In Osun Over Alleged Demands Of Payment For Drinks

Gunman, suspected to be cult member, Segun Ogunfunmilayo, has been arrested by Osun State Police Command for allegedly shooting a grocery seller in the Ede area of the state. It was gathered that the horrible incident occurred on March 8, 2025, at about 9:00 PM in the Buhari/Ishola area, Ede town. Segun had reportedly bought […] The post Suspected Cult Member Kills Grocery Seller In Osun Over Alleged Demands Of Payment For Drinks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Natasha: Senate Passes Vote Of Confidence In Akpabio’s Leadership

Nigeria Senate has passed a vote of confidence in its President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, amid ongoing internal crisis facing the Red Chamber. The vote of confidence in Akpabio was passed unanimously during Thursday’s plenary, following a motion moved by Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele and seconded by Deputy Minority Leader, Olalere Oyewumi. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that […] The post Natasha: Senate Passes Vote Of Confidence In Akpabio’s Leadership appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Senate Minority Whip Ngwu Seeks Action Against Nigeria’s Unemployment Crisis

The Minority Whip of the Senate, Senator Osita Ngwu, has raised the alarm on the rising rate of unemployment in the country, calling on the federal and state governments, including the private sector, to take bold and decisive action to stem the tide. Ngwu, who represents Enugu West in the Senate, in a statement made […]

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7 h. ago Former Oyo Assembly leader, Subair dies few days to 60th birthday

Tribune Online Former Oyo Assembly leader, Subair dies few days to 60th birthday The death was confirmed on Friday by the Senator representing Oyo Central in the Upper Chamber of the National Assembly, Senator Yunus Akintunde. Former Oyo Assembly leader, Subair dies few days to 60th birthday Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Wade into Senate, Rivers crises in nation’s interest, CD urges Tinubu

Tribune Online Wade into Senate, Rivers crises in nation’s interest, CD urges Tinubu Amid the crises rocking the Senate chamber and Rivers State, the Campaign for Democracy (CD) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to, as a matter of urgent public importance, invite all warring politicians and settle whatever misunderstanding they have against each other in the interest of democracy and good governance. This was just as […] Wade into Senate, Rivers crises in nation’s interest, CD urges Tinubu Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Social Listening 14 March 2025: Senate Gate is foggy and murky

“It’s so foggy, I can’t see”. Legendary columnist Allah De submitted in his column, marking a return to punditry in read more Social Listening 14 March 2025: Senate Gate is foggy and murky

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18 h. ago Natasha: Male guber candidates may shun female deputies –Akpabio

• Again, senators pass vote of confidence in Senate president   From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has raised concerns that the actions of suspended Kogi State lawmaker, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, may have a negative impact on female politicians as a lot of men may be scared of appointing or selecting female as deputies. […] The post Natasha: Male guber candidates may shun female deputies –Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Sen Kalu rejects call to run for president, reaffirms commitment to Tinubu’s re

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Senator representing Abia North and Senate Committee Chairman on South East Development Commission (SEDC), Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, has rejected a call by Northern Youth Leaders Forum (NYLF) to run for president in 2027 with either Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal or Governor of Adamawa State, Umar Fintiri as running […] The post Sen Kalu rejects call to run for president, reaffirms commitment to Tinubu’s re-election appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Senate passes bill to establish national council for traditional rulers

A bill to establish the National Council for Traditional Rulers and formalise their roles has passed its second reading in the Senate. The general principles of the bill, sponsored by Simon Lalong, were presented yesterday. The debate elicited concerns from lawmakers, particularly regarding potential conflicts of responsibility with elected political officers at local government councils. […] The post Senate passes bill to establish national council for traditional rulers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Bill seeking constitutional roles for monarchs scales second reading

The Senate on Thursday approved for second reading the bill to establish the National Council for Traditional Rulers, aimed at formally giving monarchs and community heads vital roles in the country. The bill was sponsored by the senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District, Simon Lalong. When the bill was first introduced, it sparked extensive debate Read More

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20 h. ago Senator demands justice as Okuama marks displacement anniversary

The lawmaker representing Delta Central Senatorial District in the Senate, Ede Dafinone, has called on the Federal Government to ensure justice for the Okuama people. The town of Okuama in the Ughelli South Local Government Area was devastated following a military onslaught on March 14, 2024, leaving the community in ruins. The attack came in Read More

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20 h. ago Suspension: Embattled Natasha files fresh suit as Senate backs Akpabio

The Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has filed a contempt suit against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and others over her six-month suspension without pay from the Senate. Others listed in the Form 48 contempt charge, filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja and sighted on Thursday, include the Clerk of Read More

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23 h. ago Senate’s vote of confidence in Akpabio worrisome — Ologbodiyan

A former National Publicity Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party, Kola Ologbondiyan, has described the vote of confidence passed in Senate President Godswill Akpabio as “worrisome”. Ologbodiyan noted that Akpabio has had nearly four votes passed on him in less than two years. He stated this on Thursday evening when he appeared on Channels Television Read More

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